Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Little Rebel, Ten Bells and Mehanata Bulgarian Bar, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 5 affordable dining experiences
Find affordable places for empanada in NoLita. Top-rated empanada spots at the right price.
NoLita's Affordable Empanada Destinations
Discover the vibrant flavors of NoLita through this curated selection of spots offering delicious and affordable empanadas. From the traditional Latin American and Spanish recipes found at Tina's Cuban Cuisine and Patacón Pisao to unique American and seafood-inspired takes at Little Rebel and Ten Bells, there is a savory pastry for every palate. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite at Butler or enjoying a sit-down meal at Tio Pepe, these local favorites prove that you do not have to spend a fortune to enjoy high-quality comfort food in the heart of the neighborhood.
7 restaurants in Best Affordable Empanada in NoLita | Top Affordable Spots
- Little Rebel · rated 4/5: American.
- Ten Bells · rated 4/5: Seafood.
- Mehanata Bulgarian Bar · rated 3/5: Middle Eastern.
- Tio Pepe: Spanish.
- Tina's Cuban Cuisine: Spanish.
- Butler: American.
- Patacón Pisao: Latin American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.






